Head of Development (YMCA)

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Philadelphia Freedom Valley YMCA is seeking a Head of Development (VP, Financial Development) reports to the CEO and manages a team of 4.

Imagine being part of one of the most respected human services organizations in the world—a place where your work positively-influences the lives of others, a place where you thrive in a values-based environment, a place where you are building a better future for yourself and your community.

As part of the leadership team, the person in this role will have an opportunity to make a profound difference in a cause driven organization. If you’ve ever considered working in an environment where social responsibility permeates the culture, the YMCA could be the place for you. As the 8th largest Y Association in the country, serving over 200,000 members in 6 counties (Philadelphia, Delaware, Berks, Chester, Montgomery and Pike), the Philadelphia Freedom Valley Y has the size and scope to make a real and positive change in the communities they serve.

What you’ll do:

The Vice President of Financial Development will understand and promote the mission of the YMCA as part of the senior management team and one of the leaders in the change management process for Philadelphia Freedom Valley Y. While leading the annual and capital campaigns to generate the needed resources for Philadelphia Freedom Valley Y, the Vice President of Financial Development will also help to foster philanthropy as part of the culture throughout the organization.

5-10 years of progressive development experience with a results-proven track record of exceeding goals and evidence of the ability to consistently make good decisions through a combination of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment; high level of business acumen

Nationally recognized fundraising designation

Exhibit strong leadership skills; possess a passion for the work of the YMCA, ability to foster great relationships and able to maintain a culture of stewardship excellence

Experience leading both Annual and capital campaigns.

Demonstrated knowledge of the financial development environment and best practices

Exceptional capacity for managing and leading people; a team builder who has experience in scaling up organizations; ability to connect staff both on an individual level and in large groups and capacity to ensure accountability